Employers are encouraged to post positions of interest in libraries, records management, information management or alternative careers suitable for Library Technicians, paraprofessionals, and library support staff.
Do I need to be a registered user to view all postings?
No. Anyone visiting the site can view the postings on the Job Board. Registration is only required for employers to post jobs.
Do I need to register to post positions on the AALT Job Board? Why?
Yes, we only require that you supply a valid email address and create a username and password. Registration is required to post positions so that our Job Board is not flooded with inappropriate advertising from Spambots. It also allows you to have ongoing control over your postings - you can log in at any time to update or remove your postings.
Does it cost anything to post a position on the AALT job board?
No. The AALT Job board offers employers the opportunity to post suitable positions free of charge. This board is publicly available to library technicians across Canada on the AALT website at www.aalt.org/jobboards
How do I register to post my position?
1. Click on the register link in the upper right of your screen.
2. Register by:
- Typing in a user name
Typing in a valid email address
Confirming your email address
Typing in a password
Confirming your password
3. Help us avoid spam on the board by answering 2 questions:
Are you a Spambot? (NO)
Secret Code: (521)
4. Hit “Submit”
How do I post a new position?
1. Log in to the Job board with your username and password
2. Select the Appropriate forum for your position first by location then by type of position (Paid, volunteer, summer/student/intern)
The forums are divided geographically by province (Alberta, BC, Saskatchewan and the Rest of Canada) then by type (Paid, Student/Intern/Summer or Volunteer)
3. Enter your posting by clicking on "NEW TOPIC" - Please ensure that all postings contain the following information:
A. The position title, the company name, and the location of the position.
B. A deadline for applications (or if the position has no fixed deadline : a statement such as “Open until filled” or “Open until a suitable candidate is found")
C. A description of the job and skills and qualifications desired. If possible please give specifics as to duties and qualifications.
D. Directions on how to apply (Mail, email, fax, online etc.) and the name of a contact person if applicable.
E. The subject line should be formatted in the following manner : “ PLACE: job position, organization “
4. Once you have finished entering your posting you can preview your entry by clicking on preview or post by clicking on submit. If you preview first, make sure to scroll down and also submit - the posting doesn't show up until you submit it.
How are postings removed from the Job Board?
Any jobs posted by the administrators will remain on the board until 1 week after the deadline for application. We ask that members update or remove postings on this same schedule.
For support, please email jobboard@aalt.org.